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Vibrating Connector System

a technology of vibration connectors and connectors, applied in the direction of tactile signalling systems, coupling device connections, instruments, etc., can solve the problems of inability to detect indicators

Active Publication Date: 2022-03-31
ONANON
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Benefits of technology

The vibrating connector system provides a way to ensure a proper connection between two connectors by using a vibrating element that provides a haptic feedback response. This system can include a male coupler and an electrically conductive pin, a female coupler and an electrically conductive socket, or both. The vibrating element can be connected to either the male or female coupler to provide a notification that an electrical connection has been made. The system allows for a more intuitive and tactile connection between connectors.

Problems solved by technology

As another example, certain diagnostics software programs may improperly function if a partial or incomplete connection is made.
However, such indicator lights can be easy-to-miss or even easier-to-ignore after years of routinely making a connection and walking away.

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[0032]An example vibrating connector system 10 generally comprises a first connector 20 comprising a front end 21 and a rear end 21, wherein the first connector 20 comprises a plurality of first electrically conductive elements 35, 65 at or near the front end 21 of the first connector 20; an electrical conduit 17 connected to the first connector 20; a second connector 50 comprising a front end 51 and a rear end 52, wherein the second connector 50 comprises a plurality of second electrically conductive elements 35, 65 at or near the front end of the second connector 50; wherein the first and second connectors 20, 50 are adapted to be coupled together such that the plurality of first electrically conductive elements 35, 65 of the first connector 20 electrically connect to the plurality of second electrically conductive elements 35, 65 of the second connector 50; and a vibrating element 40 connected between the electrical conduit 17 and the plurality of first electrically c...

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Abstract

A vibrating connector system for providing a haptic feedback to ensure that a connector has a proper connection with its mating component or connector. The vibrating connector system generally includes a first connector that is adapted to electrically connect with a second connector. The first connector may include a male coupler and at least one electrical connector such as an electrically conductive pin. The second connector may include a female coupler and at least one electrical receiver such as an electrically conductive socket. A vibrating element may be connected to the first connector and / or the second connector so as to provide a haptic feedback response upon an electrical connection being completed between the first and second connectors.

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CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001]Not applicable to this application.STATEMENT REGARDING FEDERALLY SPONSORED RESEARCH OR DEVELOPMENT[0002]Not applicable to this application.BACKGROUNDField[0003]Example embodiments in general relate to a vibrating connector system for providing a haptic feedback to ensure that a connector has a proper connection with its mating component.Related Art[0004]Any discussion of the related art throughout the specification should in no way be considered as an admission that such related art is widely known or forms part of common general knowledge in the field.[0005]Electrical connectors are commonly used for connecting power, data, and / or other electrical signals between two different components. Such electrical connectors have become ubiquitous with modern life. Common electrical connectors used daily by billions of people include power charging cables for smart phones. Typically, a male coupler which includes male electrical connectors is elec...

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IPC IPC(8): H01R13/66H01R13/631H01R13/62G08B6/00
CPCH01R13/6691G08B6/00H01R13/6205H01R13/631H01R13/641H01R2107/00H01R24/86
Inventor JOHNSON, DENNIS J.KESHTGAR, KEYON
Owner ONANON